Uphill Climb
Maine's Toughest Mountain Run
Your legs will scream. You'll gasp for breath. And when you're done, you'll have climbed nearly 2,500 vertical feet in 2.5 miles to complete the most challenging mountain run in Maine.
Maine’s Toughest Mountain Run
The Sugarloaf Uphill Climb, returns on Sunday, October 11. Starting at the bottom of the SuperQuad, the grueling three-mile course takes runners up nearly 2,500 feet of vertical to the top of Maine’s second-highest peak. The race course follows the Binder trail and work road to the resort’s 4,237’ summit.
Registration is $55, and all proceeds will be donated to a local non-profit organization.
Event Details
Everything you need to know going into Maine's toughest uphill run.
- 7:30-9:30 AM—Bib pickup on The Beach (outside near Base Lodge)
- 9:45 AM—Bag shuttle leaves
- If you want a bag brought up to the finish line, there will be a designated truck by the Superquad lift at the start of the race.
- 10 AM—Race start at the bottom of the Superquad.
- 12-2 PM—Awards and lunch at the Competition Center, located between the Beach and Whiffletree Quad.
- Starting at the SuperQuad, racers will run/hike/trudge about 2,500 vertical feet to the summit.
- There will be two water stops along the course, offering water only.
- This race will occur rain or shine, so please plan accordingly and bring plenty of extra layers for the summit.
- No racers will be allowed on-course who have not registered, received a bib, or signed a liability release.
A bag-transport vehicle will be provided to carry all racers' belongings from the start line to the summit finish line. The bag transport vehicle will leave from the start line at 9:45 AM. Please mark your bag - we are not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items.
There is no transportation down the mountain following the race- racers will need to walk back down. Vehicle transport will be provided only for injured or medically unfit athletes.
Don't Miss Out
Make the most of Homecoming Weekend outdoors, enjoying all that Sugarloaf has to offer, while surrounded by breathtaking fall foliage.
